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HUNTINGTON, NY – While many people are aware of the tick-borne Lyme disease, there is another one that is prevalent in our area but sometimes goes unnoticed – babesiosis.
This disease presents with symptoms such as...

Reports of cases of Legionnaire’s disease in the South Bronx have risen to 31, so it’s important to know the symptoms of this treatable illness.
Legionnaire's disease is not rare. In fact, it is one of the most common...

BAY SHORE, NY – The thought that kids are resilient is somewhat true when it comes to psychiatric issues in their childhood.
A recent Journal of American Medical Association study found that some childhood psychiatric...

HUNTINGTON, NY – A recent study said women who sit too much increase their risk of cancer, but obesity can increase both men and women’s risk of cancer.
Although the exact link between cancer and obesity is still a bit of...

GREAT NECK, NY – For many women, that time of the month can be a pain, but here are some ways to better deal with a menstrual cycle.
Michael Nimaroff, MD, vice chairman of obstetrics and gynecology at the North Shore-LIJ...

BAY SHORE, NY – Here are some tips for how people can immediately treat and care for someone who has experienced a Portuguese Man-Of-War sting.
Earlier this week, two people were stung by a Portuguese Man-Of-War in the...

Fewer than 10% of older heart attack patients get a recommended medical device to prevent future cardiac crises, including mortality, according to the new edition of the Journal of the American Medical Association. The...

AMITYVILLE, NY – Not only is Disney/Pixar’s Inside Out one of the hottest movies in theaters, it can also offer an opportunity for parents to start a conversation with children and teens about their feelings.
“The...

Recent research suggest an increase in bladder conditions, which can cause sexual pain for men and women.
For example, interstitial cystitis and bladder pain syndrome (IC/BPS) commonly causes pain with sexual activity....